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Bitcoin ETF price war: VanEck, Monochrome cut costs

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 12 JUL 2024
... investors from the nuances of crypto asset investments. This distinction sets our product apart, aligning with Monochrome's advocacy for a true direct spot Bitcoin ETF," Yew said. Today, he reiterated the need clear and accurate disclosures to empower ...

Regulation, profitability top adviser worries: BT

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 9 JUL 2024
... generate the opposite effect of the intent behind the Quality of Advice Review," he said. BT head of financial literacy and advocacy Bryan Ashenden agreed that the CSLR levy "is particularly contentious." "Advisers agree that people should have the right ...

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank appoints new chief executive

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  TUESDAY, 2 JUL 2024
... leading the bank's consumer division through a period of significant change while retaining industry leading customer advocacy scores. She said that he's driven the bank's deposit franchise through prudent management of its branch network ...

New recruits top advice industry priority: FAAA

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 28 JUN 2024
... advisers registered as at 30 June 2024, is scheduled to land in August. FAAA general manager of policy, strategy, and advocacy Phil Anderson told the briefing that it does not appear as though the ASIC levy will reduce. "None of the messages coming out ...

New NALE rules, AFCA's super powers passed

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 27 JUN 2024
... said. "The amendments remove a potential risk to the retirement savings of millions of Australians; and follow ASFA's advocacy based on extensive consultation with industry over several years. "The revised rules acknowledge that large funds are unlikely ...

Industry Super Australia names new chair

ELIZABETH FRY  |  WEDNESDAY, 19 JUN 2024
... but rejoined three years later as group executive of marketing, corporate relations, stakeholder engagement, policy and advocacy. He was appointed to the chief member officer role just eight months ago, replacing Paul Watson, who resigned from the super ...

GST rebate changes worsens cost of advice: SMSFA

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 11 JUN 2024
... claim a rebate for the GST component of adviser fees deducted from a member's super account. SMSFA head of policy and advocacy Tracey Scotchbrook said the timing of the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) announcement from last year was unfortunate. Given ...

Higher-for-longer rates dominate adviser conversations

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 4 JUN 2024
... boost their income has been the most frequently asked question in the last few months. BT head of financial literacy and advocacy Bryan Ashenden said with Australians living longer than previous generations, it's important to consider clients' income ...

Super Members Council appoints inaugural chair

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  MONDAY, 3 JUN 2024
... time is very welcome," said Roxon. "Ann will be a tremendous asset to SMC as it builds on its purpose of member-centred advocacy that works across the full breadth of the Parliament to deliver the best possible retirement opportunities for the millions ...

How much do you need to retire in Australia?

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 29 MAY 2024
... need $72,663 per year, while singles require $51,630 annually to experience a comfortable retirement. The superannuation advocacy body said the comfortable retirement standard would allow retirees to maintain "a good standard of living" in their post ...